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Beaches, Parks & Gardens

Think “beach day,” Keys-style. Here, sandy stretches pop up in a few special spots, but most water access comes with a twist—limestone rocks, shady mangroves, and clear shallows that feel like your own natural swimming pool. Add in tropical gardens, local parks and playgrounds, and trails perfect for wandering, and you’ve got plenty of ways to play outside. From state parks to secret picnic spots, these listings prove you don’t need miles of sand to enjoy paradise—you just need a sunblock and a little curiosity.

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William Bill Butler Park

Bill Butler Park — neighborhood playground and picnic spot in Key West, Florida.

Key West

Harry S. Truman Little White House

Presidential museum in Key West.

Weddings Max
300
Meetings Max
50
Total Space
572 sq ft
Largest Room
572 sq ft

The Lower Keys

Big Coppitt Volunteer Fire Department Park

The park includes a basketball court, roller hockey rink, and a handball court. There are six tables and benches available for use.

Key West

Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden

Discover the only frost-free tropical garden in the continental US—serene, native, and full of life!

Islamorada

Rain Barrel Village

Explore Rain Barrel Village: Florida Keys' vibrant artisan shops, tropical gardens, and iconic Betsy the Lobster!

Key West

Pines Park

Shaded picnic spot under pines—great for plane-spotting in Key West

Key West

Tennessee Williams Museum

Tennessee Williams Museum — dedicated to the life and works of the famed playwright in Key West’s Little White House complex.

Key West

Nelson English Park

Nelson English Park is a neighborhood green space in Key West with fields, shaded areas, and walking paths for casual outdoor fun.

Key West

Sunset Pier

Ocean Key Legacy Resort & Bar — iconic Key West destination featuring the famed Sunset Pier with cocktails, live music & nightly views.

The Lower Keys

Blue Heron Park

Blue Heron Park — a scenic County-run public park in Big Pine Key featuring pickleball courts and waterfront surroundings.

Key Largo

Harry Harris Park

Oceanfront park w/ boat ramp in Key Largo.

Key West

Blake Fernandez Skate Park

Blake Fernandez Skate Park is a modern 7,500-square-foot facility in Key West, featuring half and quarter pipes, grind rails, jump boxes, ramps, and open spaces for skateboards and inline skates.

Islamorada

Hurricane Monument

Memorial to 1935 hurricane victims in Islamorada.